Daikon Soup

Daikon Soup is a comforting vegan Japanese dish that showcases the delicate flavors of daikon radish and other fresh vegetables. This light yet satisfying soup is perfect for any season and offers a soothing experience with every sip.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 200 grams, peeled and diced
• Carrot - 100 grams, peeled and sliced
• Shiitake mushrooms - 50 grams, sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Stir in the diced daikon radish and sliced carrot, cooking for another 5 minutes to allow the vegetables to slightly soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the soy sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onion and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1.7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and potassium.
• Supports digestive health due to its high fiber content.

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